AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoLocal Infrastructure & Tourism: The Department of Tourism has handed over the rebuilt Ramp Comfort Station at Reduit Beach to the National Conservation Authority, featuring nine community-named vending stalls and new murals—though only a few booths were operating during a site visit, with vendors hoping for a cruise-season boost. Public Health Systems: Saint Lucia is strengthening outbreak readiness with a new interactive online integrated health surveillance platform, backed by PAHO/WHO training for health, lab, and environmental teams under the Pandemic Fund project. Social Policy: The government says the EC$1,000 Newborn Grant Programme is now in effect for eligible babies born on/after Aug 1, 2026, with birth registration required within six months. Education & Road Safety: Two TVET schools are set to receive road safety simulators as part of upgrades to technical and vocational training. Regional Politics & Migration: The EU has warned five Caribbean “golden passport” states—including Saint Lucia—to phase out citizenship-by-investment by June 1, 2028 or risk losing Schengen visa-free access. Sports & National Pride: Jady Emmanuel made Saint Lucia history at the World U20s, reaching the women’s 100m final after setting a new Under-18 national record; meanwhile, CPL 2026 kicks off Aug 7 with broadcast partners confirmed and the St Lucia Kings in the mix.
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